Today, we’re going to learn how to add numbers using something called a 10 frame. This method makes adding numbers easier and more fun!
A 10 frame is a simple tool that helps us see numbers clearly. It has space for 10 dots, which helps us understand numbers better.
Let’s try adding 8 and 6 together using a 10 frame. First, we put 8 dots into the 10 frame. Now, we see there is space for only 2 more dots because the frame holds 10 dots in total.
So, we add 2 more dots to fill the 10 frame completely. Now, we have a full 10 frame and 4 more dots left over from the 6 we started with.
Now, we have 10 dots in the frame and 4 extra dots. When we add them together, we get 10 + 4, which equals 14.
Using a 10 frame is a great way to make adding numbers easier. It helps us see the numbers clearly and understand how they fit together. So, next time you need to add, try using a 10 frame!
Make Your Own 10 Frame: Create a 10 frame using an egg carton. Cut off two sections to make it a 10-slot frame. Use small objects like buttons or coins as dots. Practice adding different numbers by placing the objects in the slots and counting how many more are needed to fill the frame. How many different ways can you make 10?
10 Frame Nature Hunt: Go on a nature walk and collect small items like pebbles, leaves, or twigs. Use these items to fill a drawn or printed 10 frame. Try adding different numbers of items together. For example, if you have 7 pebbles and 5 leaves, how can you use the 10 frame to find the total?
10 Frame Story Time: Create a story using a 10 frame. For example, imagine you have 8 apples and you find 6 more. Use a 10 frame to show how you would add them together. Draw the story and explain how the 10 frame helps you find the total number of apples. What other stories can you create using a 10 frame?
